The Makita BL1860B 18V LXT Lithium - Ion battery is a game - changer for your cordless tools. It outperforms standard Lithium - Ion batteries with a faster charge time and longer working duration, offering you unrivaled performance and productivity for even the toughest jobs. This 6.0 Ah battery, model BL1860B, gives you up to two times more run - time per charge compared to the Makita 3.0 Ah battery and reaches a full charge in just 55 minutes. That means it spends more time powering your tools and less time on the charger. It comes with an on - board L.E.D. charge level indicator, allowing you to easily monitor the battery charge. The 18V LXT 6.0 Ah battery is only compatible with STAR Protection tools, which are marked by a star symbol and/or a yellow battery receiver under the tool. There are over 125 Makita 18V cordless tools with STAR Protection, and the list is growing. Makita 18V Lithium - Ion batteries are great for long - term storage as they resist self - discharge. The Makita Rapid Optimum Charger (sold separately) is a smart charging system. It communicates with the battery during charging to monitor current, voltage, and temperature, optimizing battery life and delivering a quicker charge. The charger also has a built - in fan to cool the battery, ensuring efficient charging even in hot weather. Makita's STAR Protection computer controls enhance tool performance and extend battery life. This communication technology enables the tool and battery to exchange data in real - time, protecting against overloading, over - discharging, and overheating. Makita, a leader in cordless tool technology, offers the world's largest cordless tool line - up powered by an 18V Lithium - Ion slide - style battery. The battery features an impact - resistant outer case and a shock - absorbing inner - liner for protection. Its sixteen contact terminals maintain a stable connection with the tool, preventing power loss or fluctuation, even during high - vibration tasks. It can deliver consistent power and run - time in extreme temperatures, including winter cold as low as - 4°F (- 20°C). With a 3 - year limited warranty, you can trust the quality of this battery.
Using the Makita BL1860B battery is easy. First, make sure your tool is a STAR Protection tool, as this battery only works with them. You can identify these tools by the star symbol and/or the yellow battery receiver under the tool. To charge the battery, use the Makita Rapid Optimum Charger (which you need to buy separately). The charger will communicate with the battery to monitor things like current, voltage, and temperature, and it has a fan to keep the battery cool. It'll take about 55 minutes or less to fully charge the battery. Once charged, simply slide the battery into your tool until it clicks into place. The battery has an L.E.D. charge level indicator, so you can check how much charge is left at any time. As for maintenance, store the battery in a cool, dry place. Since it resists self - discharge, it'll be ready to use even after long periods of storage. Avoid exposing the battery to extreme heat or cold for long durations, but don't worry, it can handle normal winter cold down to - 4°F (- 20°C). If you're using the tool in high - vibration applications, the battery's sixteen contact terminals will help keep a constant connection and prevent power loss. And remember, this battery comes with a 3 - year limited warranty, so if you have any issues, you're covered.
